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Crunchy Frog—Gordon Goodwin. Bass and
guitar kick off this original Gordon Goodwin
chart with a captivating rhythmic pattern before
the full ensemble settles in with the funky
melody. There's plenty of ensemble writing,
some in unison and some in harmony, and solo
space for all winds with suggested or improv
solos. The lead trumpet range goes to written
G-sharp on top of the staff, the tempo is around
115 beats per minute, and optional parts
are included for expanded instrumentations.
This is accessible Gordon Goodwin material
that is right in the pocket for this grade
level! Our highest recommendation!
10311433 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . M 48.00
4 angin' with My Peeps—Kris Berg. This
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chart is officially funky! This great writer brings
back the chicken-themed groove at a tempo
of 106 bpm. The features include a written or
ad-lib tenor sax solo, an optional guitar solo
and a lead trumpet range to written B-flat. The
chart also has optional parts for expanded
instrumentations. Your band will really dig the
solid funky groove!
10355600 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . M 48.00
4 Cupid Shuffle—arr. Rick Stitzel. Here's the hot
dance hit recorded by Cupid in a hard-hitting,
yet easy to play version for young players! The
melody is cleverly traded between sections,
and there are no solos required. A teaching
unit with exercises for rhythm and melody
is included, and it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10374186 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 35.00
4 Few Good Men—Gordon Goodwin/arr.
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Ralph Ford. Adapted for younger jazz bands
from Gordon Goodwin's original Big Phat Band
chart, A Few Good Men is a rock march that
begins with a drum cadence then transitions
into a funky-rock groove at about 114 bpm.
Included are written solos for tenor sax and
trumpet 2, a lead trumpet range to written A
above the staff and clear rhythm section parts
with optional vibes. It's also playable with
optional expanded instrumentation. It's hot,
and highly recommended!
10355564 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . ME 44.00
4 Final Countdown—Joey Tempest/arr. John
Berry. Over the years this 1986 hit from the
group Europe has become a popular rock
classic. Trumpets are featured on the signature
opening riff and the saxes carry the main
melody in this powerful chart for beginning
jazz bands. A teaching unit with exercise
for melody, rhythm and improvisation when
applicable is included. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations, this is
sure to become an instant favorite!
10343814 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 35.00
4 reedom Jazz Dance—Eddie Harris/arr. Eric
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Richards. Eric Richards' charts are substantial,
but worth the work! Here's Eric's take on Eddie
Harris' burnin' jazz classic with a funk groove.
The tempo moves along at 208 bpm and the
lead trumpet range is to written C above the
staff. Solo space is provided for alto, tenor,
trumpet, trombone and guitar. Great tune and
an excellent chart! Highly recommended!
10355592 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . MA 55.00
4 Good Time—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepson, this very
easy arrangement will be quick to learn and
fun to perform. This lively rock tune will liven
up any performance and this arrangement is
playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Included is a teaching
unit with exercises for melody, rhythm and
improvisation. Highly recommended!
10343817 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 35.00
l Hard to Handle—arr. John Wasson. Originally
recorded by Otis Redding in 1968, this harddriving R&B classic has become a mainstay
of pop culture covered by a wide range of
artists including The Black Crowes, King
Floyd, and The Grateful Dead. John Wasson's
updated version features the signature horn
licks, powerful scoring, and a solo for tenor
sax. A suggested solo is included along
with chord/scale sheets in all keys.
10427398 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
4 uit & Tie—arr. John Wasson. From the highly
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acclaimed and anticipated Justin Timberlake
album "The 20/20 Experience," here is an
authentic sounding version of the hit Suit &
Tie for jazz ensemble. Featuring a medium
tempo R & B groove and sizzling horn riffs, this
is a great way to energize any concert. Highly
recommended!
10374148 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
l Treasure—arr. Paul Murtha. Set in a mediumtempo funk style, this hit recorded by Bruno
Mars continues his trend of catchy tunes with
an old school R&B sound. It's a great pop
tune beautifully adapted by Paul Murtha in this
version for younger jazz groups.
10427408 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
l We Can Work It Out—Lennon & McCartney/
arr. John Wasson. Reminiscent of the sassy
and funky version recorded by Chaka Kahn,
here is a hot re-working of this classic
Beatles hit. Featuring creative harmonies
and sizzling horn riffs, this is sure to add a
spark of energy to any program!
10427402 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
4 elcome to the Jungle—arr. Paul Murtha.
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Hailed as one of the greatest hard rock
songs of all time, this 1987 hit from Guns N'
Roses" features familiar melodies and a
relentless drive throughout. Paul Murtha's
hard-hitting arrangement uses the saxes on
the lead and the brass on the signature riffs,
along with terrific interplay within the ensemble.
There's a brief written or improvised solo
for alto sax. Rock the stage with this one!
Highly recommended!
10343785 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
4 ocked Out of Heaven—arr. Paul Murtha.
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Here's the popular rock hit recorded by Bruno
Mars in a solid chart for younger jazz bands.
Included are all the hot riffs and rhythmic
energy of the original along with suggested
or improvised solos for alto sax and trumpet.
Chord/scale sheets in all keys are included for
the soloists.
10374170 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
4 ercy, Mercy, Mercy—Joe Zawinul/arr. Mike
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Story. A must-have chart for every young jazz
band! This classic jazz/rock favorite by Joe
Zawinul is masterfully arranged for young jazz
bands with an easy rock feel by Mike Story.
This chart has a simple written out piano solo,
a trumpet 1 range to written D fourth line, a
tempo at about 100 beats per minute, and a very
catchy melody. Playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations. It will sound
great and it's easy to play, enough said! Highly
recommended!
10355608 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 38.00
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Moves Like Jagger—arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by Maroon 5 with Christina Aguilera,
this infectious dance tune is popular on the
airwaves as well as in television commercials.
With catchy riffs and a driving rock style,
Paul Murtha's chart is skillfully scored to give
everyone a taste of the melody. An optional,
flexible solo section is included. Additional
features include suggested solos, chord/
scale sheets in all keys, and options for
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Highly
recommended!
10343806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
4 Soulful Strut—arr. Victor Lopez. This pop/
funk hit still kicks! At 96 bpm, it's solid gold from
top to bottom with a written or ad-lib tenor sax
solo, a lead trumpet range to written F-sharp
top line, and has optional parts including vibes
for expanded instrumentations. The title says it
all, it's a Soulful Strut!
10355620 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . M 48.00
l Who Are You—Peter Townshend/arr. Mike
Story. Who Are You is a terrific rock classic
by The Who that will have audiences singing
along. This chart has solos for drum set and
piano (or guitar), and the trumpet 1 range is to
written F, top line. Additional features include
well-notated rhythm section parts, easy
ensemble rhythms throughout, and optional
flute, clarinet, vibes, horn in F, baritone horn,
and tuba parts to expand your jazz band's
instrumentation. At a vibrant tempo of 142 bpm,
this chart will provide effective programming for
any performance. Also playable with optional
reduced instrumentation. Rock on!
10424929 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
4 eah, You Right—Eddie Harris/arr. Victor
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Lopez. It's kinda funky, kinda rock but most
importantly, it's a fun chart tailored to the very
young player. This arrangement is all ensemble
with no individual solos. At around 120 bpm,
it's very easy to play and educational as well.
It's also playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Yeah, this chart is
just right!
10355634 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 36.00
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